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Skyline Professional Learning, SY24
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Welcome to the Skyline Professional Learning, SY24 Event Registration Page. 
Please take time to familiarize yourself with Skyline Professional Learning, SY24 opportunities.
Create a Sched account using your CPS email, log in and register for the sessions you would like to attend.
  • Please take time to read about the sessions you are interested in attending: Skyline Professional Learning, SY24 Guide
  • Please note, you will need to also register in the Learning Hub to be able to apply for ISBE Credit. LH codes can be found here. LH Registration will not be used to formally register or provide meet links.
  • Please note, Payroll will not be able to process payment for teachers who are not fully contracted at the time of the professional learning (employees must be fully onboarded to be compensated for attending the professional learning).
  • If you registered for a session that you are no longer able to attend we ask that you withdraw from the session. Please go into your Sched schedule and uncheck the session so that we are able to capture an accurate count of attendees in preparation of our sessions. This will also open up registration for other attendees to register for sessions that may be full (sessions with CAPS).


Thursday, July 20
 

2:30pm CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Bridging to Skyline Option A (Virtual)
This sessions is designed to support Pre-K teachers and support staff (including TAs and SECAs) in developing a foundational understanding of the design and structure of Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) supplemental curriculum and the connection to the CPS Instructional Core Vision. Participants will explore the foundational skills scope and sequence for the year, build familiarity with the Safari platform, and navigate the PKFS resources. 
Please note, this session is for Pre-K teachers and TAs who are adopting the *new* Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum in SY24. Only staff at school that have adopted this resource should register for this session. 

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Bridging to Skyline
  • Option A: July 20th, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm (virtual)



Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Thursday July 20, 2023 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, July 27
 

2:30pm CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Bridging to Skyline Option B (Virtual)
This sessions is designed to support Pre-K teachers and support staff (including TAs and SECAs) in developing a foundational understanding of the design and structure of Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) supplemental curriculum and the connection to the CPS Instructional Core Vision. Participants will explore the foundational skills scope and sequence for the year, build familiarity with the Safari platform, and navigate the PKFS resources. 
Please note, this session is for Pre-K teachers and TAs who are adopting the *new* Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum in SY24. Only staff at school that have adopted this resource should register for this session. 

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Bridging to Skyline
  • Option B: July 27th, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm (virtual)

Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Thursday July 27, 2023 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Tuesday, August 1
 

9:00am CDT

Pre-K Bridging to Skyline Supplemental Resources (ELA/Math/Science/Social Science) (Virtual)
This session is designed to ensure that all Skyline (ELA, Math, Science, and Social Science) opting in teachers explore core components of the Pre-K Skyline supplemental resources and how these resources work in conjunction with The Creative Curriculum. 

Please note, this session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline Supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies. These sessions will not focus on the new Pre-K Foundational Literacy Skills supplement. Teachers adopting Pre-K Foundational Skills should sign-up for sessions labeled "Pre-K Foundational Skills".

Register on Sched and on the Learning Hub by searching Class Code 119428.

Tuesday, August 1st, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Pre-K Bridging to Skyline Supplemental Resources (ELA, Math, Science, and Social Science) - (virtual)


Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Tuesday August 1, 2023 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Wednesday, August 2
 

9:00am CDT

Pre-K Skyline Supplement Resources Kick-Off (ELA/Math/Sci/SS) (Virtual)
This session is designed to ensure that all Skyline (ELA, Math, Science, and Social Science) adopting teachers are equipped to implement the Pre-K Skyline supplemental resources. Participants will analyze the Pre-K Skyline curriculum structure and plan for successful implementation of the First Six Weeks study and Social Studies Unit 2: Me and My School

Please note, this session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline Supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies. These sessions will not focus on the new Pre-K Foundational Literacy Skills supplement. Teachers adopting Pre-K Foundational Skills should sign-up for sessions labeled "Pre-K Foundational Skills".

Register on Sched and on the Learning Hub by searching Class Code 119429.

Wednesday, August 2nd, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Pre-K Skyline Supplemental Resources Kick Off (ELA/Math/Science/Social Science) (virtual)


Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Wednesday August 2, 2023 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, August 3
 

9:00am CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Kick-Off Option A (Virtual)
This session is designed to support Pre-K teachers and support staff (including TAs and SECAs) in developing a foundational understanding of the design and structure of Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum and the connection to the CPS Instructional Core Vision. Participants will explore the foundational skills scope and sequence for the year and a PKFS whole group and small group lesson within a teacher facilitation guide, in order to understand the structure of a lesson and key facilitation moves. 

Please note, this session is for Pre-K teachers and TAs who are adopting the *new* Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum in SY24. Only staff at school that have adopted this resource should register for this session. 

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Kick-Off
  • Option A: August 3rd, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm (virtual)


Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Thursday August 3, 2023 9:00am - 2:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, August 10
 

9:00am CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Kick-Off Option B (Virtual)
This session is designed to support Pre-K teachers and support staff (including TAs and SECAs) in developing a foundational understanding of the design and structure of Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum and the connection to the CPS Instructional Core Vision. Participants will explore the foundational skills scope and sequence for the year and a PKFS whole group and small group lesson within a teacher facilitation guide, in order to understand the structure of a lesson and key facilitation moves. 

Please note, this session is for Pre-K teachers and TAs who are adopting the *new* Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum in SY24. Only staff at school that have adopted this resource should register for this session. 

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Kick-Off
  • Option B: August 10th, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm (virtual)



Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Thursday August 10, 2023 9:00am - 2:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Friday, September 22
 

9:00am CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Unit 1 Launch (VIRTUAL)
Update: Due to limited available space, this session will now be virtual. This session is designed to ensure that all PKFS adopting teachers and support staff are equipped to implement the Pre-K Foundational Skills Skyline supplemental curriculum. Participants will engage in a collaborative backwards planning approach in order to understand the standards addressed during the unit, the skills students need to know by the end of the unit, and how to schedule lessons into daily and weekly classroom structures.

Please note, this session is for Pre-K teachers and TAs who are adopting the *new* Pre-K Foundational Skills supplemental curriculum in SY24. Only staff at school that have adopted this resource should register for this session. 

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Unit 1 Launch
  • September 22nd, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (VIRTUAL)


Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Friday September 22, 2023 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Tuesday, September 26
 

4:30pm CDT

Pre-K Quarter 1 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Buildings) with Skyline (virtual)
This session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Science. During this session, participants will plan for successful implementation of the Creative Curriculum Buildings study using Skyline Science Unit 2: Wondering About Buildings.

Prior to this session, we are offering an optional Pre-K Skyline Safari Montage Navigation session. If you are looking to learn more about where to find the Pre-K Science materials that will be discussed in this session, jump onto this Google Meet link Tuesday, September 26th at 4:00 pm for a short walkthrough of Safari Montage. Please note, teachers will not be paid for attending this optional Safari Montage Navigation session.

Please note, this session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline Supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies. This session will not focus on the new Pre-K Foundational Literacy Skills supplement. Teachers adopting Pre-K Foundational Skills should sign-up for sessions labeled "Pre-K Foundational Skills"

Register on Sched and on the Learning Hub by searching Class Code 119430.

Tuesday, September 26th 4:30-6:15 p.m. Pre-K Quarter 1 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Buildings) with Skyline (virtual)


Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Tuesday September 26, 2023 4:30pm - 6:15pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, October 12
 

4:30pm CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #1-Phonological Awareness VIRTUAL
Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #1-Phonological Awareness VIRTUAL
During this session, teachers will deepen their understanding of how children learn to read, explore the content of phonological awareness, and collaborate on instructional planning of literacy-based learning opportunities.
Course Code: 66089 / Class Code: 121810

Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education


Thursday October 12, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
  Pre-K Sprint, Pre-K Sprint (PKFS)
 
Tuesday, November 14
 

9:00am CST

Pre-K Foundational Skills Skyline Summit QUARTER 2 (NETWORKS 9,12, 13, ISP) PRE-K (9-12PM IN-PERSON)

Skyline Professional Learning Guide, SY24 (Skyline Summit)
 Summit Scope & Sequence 

Dear Colleague,

We are looking forward to seeing you at the Quarter 2 Skyline Summit! As a reminder, this is a 3 hour in-person session, please be sure to bring a fully charged laptop (light snack/water optional) and allow additional time for parking, we will begin promptly at the session start time. Please see the Skyline Summit In-Person Session Details sheet for in-person location information (address, parking, entry, Wi-Fi, Learning Hub Codes-2nd tab).

Please provide the City-wide Substitute Bucket #660466 to your school clerk to be used for the sub coverage pay if needed (to provide coverage for teachers who are attending the Skyline Summit sessions). Please also discuss with your school clerk if you should enter a Kronos-PD day or clock in/out at your school site based on school start/end time. 

 If you are no longer able to attend this session, please uncheck the session from your Sched schedule to unenroll, this will allow us to obtain an accurate count of attendees and allow space for others to register. 

Kindly,

The Skyline Team 


Speakers
avatar for Brian Puerling

Brian Puerling

I am the Manager of Professional Learning for the Office of Early Childhood.  I am eager to get to know more of the CPS community and how we can continue to support our earliest learners!
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools


Tuesday November 14, 2023 9:00am - 12:00pm CST
John L. Marsh Elementary School ROOM: 211
 
Wednesday, November 15
 

9:00am CST

Pre-K Foundational Skills Skyline Summit QUARTER 2 (NETWORKS 10, 11, ISP) PRE-K (9-12PM IN-PERSON)

Skyline Professional Learning Guide, SY24 (Skyline Summit)
 Summit Scope & Sequence 


Dear Colleague,

We are looking forward to seeing you at the Quarter 2 Skyline Summit! As a reminder, this is a 3 hour in-person session, please be sure to bring a fully charged laptop (light snack/water optional) and allow additional time for parking, we will begin promptly at the session start time. Please see the Skyline Summit In-Person Session Details sheet for in-person location information (address, parking, entry, Wi-Fi, Learning Hub Codes-2nd tab).

Please provide the City-wide Substitute Bucket #660466 to your school clerk to be used for the sub coverage pay if needed (to provide coverage for teachers who are attending the Skyline Summit sessions). Please also discuss with your school clerk if you should enter a Kronos-PD day or clock in/out at your school site based on school start/end time. 

 If you are no longer able to attend this session, please uncheck the session from your Sched schedule to unenroll, this will allow us to obtain an accurate count of attendees and allow space for others to register. 

Kindly,

The Skyline Team 



Speakers
avatar for Brian Puerling

Brian Puerling

I am the Manager of Professional Learning for the Office of Early Childhood.  I am eager to get to know more of the CPS community and how we can continue to support our earliest learners!
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools


Wednesday November 15, 2023 9:00am - 12:00pm CST
Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences Meeting Room
 
Tuesday, November 28
 

4:30pm CST

Pre-K Quarter 2 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Music Making) with Skyline (virtual)
This session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Science. During this session, participants will plan for successful implementation of the Creative Curriculum Music Making study using Skyline ELA and Math lessons.

Prior to this session, we are offering an optional Pre-K Skyline Safari Montage Navigation session. If you are looking to learn more about where to find the Pre-K ELA and Math materials that will be discussed in tomorrow’s session, jump onto this Google Meet link at 4:00 pm for a short walkthrough of Safari Montage. Please note, teachers will not be paid for attending this optional Safari Montage Navigation session.

Please note, this session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline Supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies. This session will not focus on the new Pre-K Foundational Literacy Skills supplement. Teachers adopting Pre-K Foundational Skills should sign-up for sessions labeled "Pre-K Foundational Skills"


Register on Sched and on the Learning Hub by searching Class Code 119431.

Tuesday, November 28th 4:30-6:15 p.m Pre-K Quarter 2 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Music Making) with Skyline (virtual)


Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Tuesday November 28, 2023 4:30pm - 6:15pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Wednesday, November 29
 

4:00pm CST

Pre-K Foundational Skills Skyline Summit QUARTER 2 (OPEN ENROLLMENT, ALL NETWORKS) PRE-K (4-7PM VIRTUAL)

Skyline Professional Learning Guide, SY24 (Skyline Summit)
 Summit Scope & Sequence 

Hello Skyline Professional Learning Attendee,
Thank you for signing up for a Skyline Professional Learning session! As a reminder, this is a virtual event. Please use your CPS email address to log into Sched to register for your preferred session. The meet link will be provided in Sched 10 minutes prior to the session start time via the session's "Video Stream.” 
The session will begin promptly at the scheduled start time. Participants who attend virtual professional learning sessions MUST JOIN FROM A COMPUTER/LAPTOP for the entirety of the session. For your safety and the quality of this virtual event, we ask that participants refrain from driving and participate fully in the session, including all collaborative and breakout activities. If you are no longer able to attend this session, please uncheck the box in your Sched schedule to unenroll prior to the session. Please also be sure to complete the attendance/feedback form at the end of your Skyline Summit session. 
Kindly,


The Skyline Team


Speakers
avatar for Brian Puerling

Brian Puerling

I am the Manager of Professional Learning for the Office of Early Childhood.  I am eager to get to know more of the CPS community and how we can continue to support our earliest learners!
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools


Wednesday November 29, 2023 4:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, December 14
 

4:30pm CST

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #2 - Concepts of Print VIRTUAL
Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #2 - Concepts of Print
During this session, teachers will deepen their understanding of foundational literacy skills, explore the content of concepts of print, and collaborate on instructional planning of literacy-based learning opportunities.
Course Code: 66091 / Class Code: 121814

Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education


Thursday December 14, 2023 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
  Pre-K Sprint, Pre-K Sprint (PKFS)
 
Tuesday, January 30
 

4:00pm CST

Pre-K Foundational Skills Skyline Summit QUARTER 3 PRE-K (4-7PM VIRTUAL)

Skyline Professional Learning Guide, SY24 (Skyline Summit)
 Summit Scope & Sequence 

Prepare for VIRTUAL Engagement:
This is a virtual event. Please use your CPS email address to log into Sched and the meet link will be provided in Sched 10 minutes prior to the session start time via the session's "Video Stream.” 
The session will begin promptly at the scheduled start time. Participants who attend virtual professional learning sessions MUST JOIN FROM A COMPUTER/LAPTOP for the entirety of the session. For your safety and the quality of this virtual event, we ask that participants refrain from driving and participate fully in the session, including all collaborative and breakout activities. If you are no longer able to attend this session, please uncheck the box in your Sched schedule to unenroll prior to the session 
Kindly,

The Skyline Team


Speakers
avatar for Brian Puerling

Brian Puerling

I am the Manager of Professional Learning for the Office of Early Childhood.  I am eager to get to know more of the CPS community and how we can continue to support our earliest learners!
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools


Tuesday January 30, 2024 4:00pm - 7:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, February 15
 

4:30pm CST

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #3 - Decoding the Alphabetic Principle VIRTUAL

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #3 - Decoding the Alphabetic Principle
  • February 15th, 4:30 - 6:00 pm (virtual)
    • Course Code: 66093 / Class Code: 121816 
During this session, teachers will deepen their understanding of foundational literacy skills, explore the content of the alphabetic principle, and collaborate on instructional planning of literacy-based learning opportunities.

Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education


Thursday February 15, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
  Pre-K Sprint, Pre-K Sprint (PKFS)
 
Tuesday, February 27
 

4:30pm CST

Pre-K Quarter 3 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Gardening) with Skyline (virtual)
This session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Science. During this session, participants will plan for successful implementation of the Creative Curriculum Gardening study using Skyline ELA, Math, and Social Science lessons.
Prior to this session, we are offering an optional Pre-K Skyline Safari Montage Navigation session. If you are looking to learn more about where to find the Pre-K ELA and Math materials that will be discussed in tomorrow’s session, jump onto this Google Meet link at 4:00 pm for a short walkthrough of Safari Montage. Please note, teachers will not be paid for attending this optional Safari Montage Navigation session.
Please note, this session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline Supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies. This session will not focus on the new Pre-K Foundational Literacy Skills supplement. Teachers adopting Pre-K Foundational Skills should sign-up for sessions labeled "Pre-K Foundational Skills"

Register on Sched and on the Learning Hub by searching Class Code 119432.

Tuesday, February 27th 4:30-6:15 p.m Pre-K Quarter 3 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Gardening) with Skyline (virtual)

Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Tuesday February 27, 2024 4:30pm - 6:15pm CST
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Tuesday, March 12
 

4:00pm CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills Skyline Summit QUARTER 4 (OPEN ENROLLMENT, ALL NETWORKS) PRE-K (4-7PM VIRTUAL)

Speakers
avatar for Brian Puerling

Brian Puerling

I am the Manager of Professional Learning for the Office of Early Childhood.  I am eager to get to know more of the CPS community and how we can continue to support our earliest learners!
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools


Tuesday March 12, 2024 4:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Tuesday, April 23
 

4:30pm CDT

Pre-K Quarter 4 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Getting Ready for Kindergarten) with Skyline (virtual)
This session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Science. During this session, participants will plan for successful implementation of the Creative Curriculum Getting Ready for Kindergarten study using Skyline Social Science Unit 1: Me and My Family.

Please note, this session will support Pre-K teachers and TAs who are opting in to use the Skyline Supplements for ELA, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies. This session will not focus on the new Pre-K Foundational Literacy Skills supplement. Teachers adopting Pre-K Foundational Skills should sign-up for sessions labeled "Pre-K Foundational Skills"

Register on Sched and on the Learning Hub by searching Class Code 119433.

Tuesday, April 23rd 4:30-6:15 p.m Pre-K Quarter 4 Supplementing a Creative Curriculum Study (Getting Ready for Kindergarten) with Skyline (virtual)



Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bright

Jamie Bright

Director, PK Programs, Chicago Public Schools
avatar for Toni Galassini

Toni Galassini

Professional Learning Specialist, Office of Early Childhood Education
Toni is an educational professional with 30+ years of expertise in both classroom instruction and district-level curriculum development with Chicago Public Schools. As an Early Childhood Professional Learning Specialist, and previously as a PK - 2nd Math Specialist, her work has impacted... Read More →


Tuesday April 23, 2024 4:30pm - 6:15pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
 
Thursday, April 25
 

4:30pm CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #4 - Early Writing {VIRTUAL}

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #4 -Early Writing
  • April 25th, 4:30 - 6:00 pm (virtual)
    • Course Code: 66094 / Class Code: 121817 
During this session, teachers will deepen their understanding of foundational literacy skills, explore the content of early writing, and collaborate on instructional planning of literacy-based learning opportunities.

Speakers
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
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Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)


Thursday April 25, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
  Pre-K Sprint, Pre-K Sprint (PKFS)
 
Thursday, May 9
 

4:30pm CDT

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #5 - Reflecting on our Practice VIRTUAL

Pre-K Foundational Skills (PKFS) Skyline Sprint #5 Reflecting on our Practice
  • May 9th, 4:30 - 6:00 pm (virtual)
    • Course Code: 66095 / Class Code: 121818 
During this session, teachers will reflect on their foundational skill instruction and identify steps to build a strong foundation of literacy instruction for the next school year. Teachers will share artifacts and/or ideas for literacy instruction from their classroom.




Speakers
avatar for Jared Hennen

Jared Hennen

Early Childhood Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education
Former Early Childhood educator (in Denver, Saint Louis, and Chicago!)
avatar for Margaret Geraghty

Margaret Geraghty

Professional Learning Specialist, CPS- Office of Early Childhood Education


Thursday May 9, 2024 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
VIRTUAL VIRTUAL
  Pre-K Sprint, Pre-K Sprint (PKFS)
 


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